KAYAKING with ICEBERGS

In partnership with Alaska Railroad, Ascending Path offers Guided Iceberg Kayaking on the Spencer lake. This is an amazing Glacier location to experience
and learn about blue ice, up close and personal, on this 1/2 day kayaking excursion! Operating under 10 year permit with the Chugach National Forest.

The Spencer Glacier is located just South of Portage Valley and the Turnagain Arm in the Kenai Mountains and the Chugach National Forest. It is entirely
off the road system, so we ride a train from Anchorage or Girdwood with breathtaking views of glaciers and towering alpine peaks.

Clients ride the scenic Coastal Classic train along the Turnagain Arm to the Spencer Whistle Stop. Then at Spencer they disembark the train to experience the wilderness and get away from the crowds by starting your trip where most people turn around. Enjoy the morning and several hours to paddle among icebergs and to the face of Spencer Glacier. One goal is to touch an iceberg!

From the Spencer Whistle Stop, groups of 7 or less board a van for a short ride on the gravel road to our kayak cove overlooking outstanding views of the
glacier and Icebergs floating in Spencer lake. Guides outfit kayakers in all paddling gear and give a kayaking and safety briefing. The paddle includes
outstanding views of the glacier and icebergs floating in Spencer lake with photo and rest stops to learn about interesting local wildlife, icebergs,
history and glaciology.Guests will unload from the kayaks and hike from Kayak cove back to the Whistle stop. The 5 hours spent at Spencer includes
iceberg kayaking and trail hiking. A boxed lunch will be enjoyed on a leisurely scenic train ride from Spencer Whistle Stop to Grandview Glacier and
then back to your depot of origin.

Activity Level

DEPARTURE TIMES

MILEAGE

Up to 5 miles paddling round trip.

Up to 3.5 hours on the water paddling

Up to 3 miles hiking

EXPERIENCE LEVEL

No experience is necessary, but previous paddling experience is highly recommended. This paddle should be considered a "moderate activity". We recommend
that you are capable of a few hours of easy to moderate upper body and cardio exercise each day. See our Pre-Trip Fitness recommendations.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

Trips operate in most weather conditions- travel insurance is recommended

The lake water temperature is very cold: 34*-37*F, but no tides and the icebergs are very reliable!

EXCLUSIONS

BOARD at Anchorage Train Depot: 411 WEST 1ST AVENUE

TRAIN SECURITY UPON CHECK IN:

The Transportation Security Administration requires that any Alaska Railroad passenger 18 years of age or older present a government issued photo
ID, or two other forms of ID, one of which must be issued by a government authority. Children ages 2-15 may only travel in the company of an
adult 18 years or older.

ENJOY THE RIDE:

For guests who board the Coastal Classic Train in Anchorage, the Ascending Path guide will meet guests on the train after the Girdwood stop (8:00am).

Guests who book from Anchorage with the motor coach return, will return on the Glacier Discovery train from the Spencer Whistle stop and get off
at the first Portage NB stop. They will then get on the motor coach in Portage, which will take them back to Anchorage directly. This option
will shorten the return train trip by 2.5 hours.

TIMELINE:

6:00 am Check in the Anchorage Train depot for the Coastal Classic Train. (Tickets on will call).

Where trips meet

Trips start and finish at the Tramway Circle at the Hotel Alyeska in Girdwood, Alaska at trip meeting time.

Tramway Circle at the Hotel Alyeska: 1000 Arlberg Ave

TRAIN SECURITY UPON CHECK IN:

The Transportation Security Administration requires that any Alaska Railroad passenger 18 years of age or older present a government issued photo
ID, or two other forms of ID, one of which must be issued by a government authority. Children ages 2-15 may only travel in the company of an
adult 18 years or older.

WHEN SHOULD I BOOK THIS SUPER POPULAR TRIP?

Due to high demand and limited space available we recommend reservations be made several months in advance. Bookings made 1 week in advance of departure
date may be cancelled and fully refunded if we cannot accommodate.

DO YOU MAKE EXCEPTIONS?

On a case-by-case basis we consider exceptions, usually we recommend buying out a trip as a private with your own guide. This is only available with advanced
reservations and as space and staffing is available. Please email or call to make your request, we are more than happy to think of solutions- just
to make it happen for you. If you have questions about the physical requirements of this trip, please read our Essential Eligibility Criteria on our
FAQ's page, email or call us and we would be happy to talk with you and determine if this trip matches
your abilities.

IS IT WORTH IT?

Yes...! just read our Trip Advisor Reviews! Tours include top of the line paddling gear, world-class kayaking & hiking naturalist guide, round trip
train ticket to Spencer Whistle Stop, small ratios: (min: 2:1 max: 7:1) (client to guide) and paddling instruction, interpretive natural history, ecology
and glaciology discussions. A catered deli boxed lunch, snack and water is provided. Guests visiting Spencer Glacier Whistle Stop come away with better
respect and knowledge about glaciers, icebergs and history of South Central Alaska, not to mention some great photographs!